Following a healthy diet is quite a task, amid the hectic lifestyle. So, hormone imbalances and other health issues have become a common thing lately. Unhealthy diet could lead to depression, hormone imbalances in women, hair fall, acne, exhaustion and auto immune diseases like PCOS/PCOD. Here are a few tips to make you diet healthier and interesting.
Healthy fat
Coconut oil, homemade ghee, butter, egg yolk and nuts provide healthy fats that are necessary for the body. These would help regulate the hormones in the body.
Seeds
Pumpkin seeds, flax seeds, sesame seeds and sunflower seeds contain zinc and selenium that ensure the health of the thyroid glands. This helps in balancing the hormones.
Rainbow diet
Nutritionists say that including fruits and veggies of various ways is an incredible way to eat healthy. This ensures wholesome nutrition.
Purple - Eggplants, purple cabbage, blackcurrant, grapes
Blue - Blueberries
Green - Broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, kale
Yellow - Yellow bell pepper, saffron, avocado
Red - Apple, plum, watermelon, cherries, strawberries, beetroot
White - Bananas, mushrooms, ginger, cauliflower
Herbal tea
Sipping on herbal tea can regulate the metabolism of the body and helps in detoxifying. Herbal tea infused with Holy Basil and dandelions are great for health. Caffeine less drinks like this can actually calm your body.
Probiotics
Yoghurt, buttermilk, rice water and bone broth are load with probiotics that could ease the digestive process.
Make sure to include these in your daily diet:
• Increase nutrient intake
Do not forget to include protein, healthy carbs and fats in your regular diet. This would help you regulate your diet habits.
• Avoid sugar and refined carbohydrates
Instead of refined sugar and carbohydrates, you could switch to healthy carbs. Try replacing all purpose flour with wheat and oats. Eating fruits, dates and honey is better than items loaded with refined sugar.
• Mind the quantity
Make sure that you eat enough food to stay healthy and energetic. However, overeating could lead to health issues. Following a proper diet is essential to avoid hormonal imbalances. It is better to seek advice from an expert before introducing drastic changes to your diet.
